Barkley became the third player in franchise history to hit 1,000 offensive yards in 8 games, and both of the other Eagles to reach that feat were in attendance on Sunday.
Everyone will continue talking about Saquon Barkley’s heroic reverse-hurdle against the Jaguars, but the RB had another reason to celebrate after the game on Sunday. After just a short time with the Eagles, Barkley has already cemented himself among the greats, hitting 1,000 total yards of offense in just eight games. The running back is only the third player in franchise history to hit that mark.
The only other Eagles players to achieve this feat are LeSean McCoy and Brian Westbrook, both of whom were in attendance for Barkley’s big day. Westbrook was at the kelly green game to help induct McCoy into the Eagles Hall of Fame, and they both got a glimpse of the heir to the rushing throne in Philly.
Barkley has been dominant ever since his first game as an Eagle, and has given the offense an identity. Lane Johnson told reporters that he and other offensive lineman told coaches during the bye week that they should be more of a rushing offense. With guys like A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, the Eagles have been pretty committed to the passing game, but Barkley added a whole other element and dimension to the group.
There’s still more than enough time for Barkley to hit 2,000 offensive yards this season, and to break countless other franchise records along the way.
